515
Covers north-central Iowa
In service since 2000
City facts
Des Moines area code
Area code for north-central Iowa: history, overlays and how to dial.
515
Des Moines uses area code 515.
About area code 515
How to call a number in Des Moines
Inside the US
1 (515) 555-0123Dial 1, the area code, then the seven-digit number.Local call
555-0123Many areas now require the area code for local calls too; if a seven-digit call fails, add it.From outside the US
+1 515 555 0123Use your country's exit code or +, then 1 for the US.Des Moines is on Central Time (CT); check the time before calling from another zone.
Des Moines quick facts
Des Moines was founded in 1843 and incorporated on September 22, 1851.
Founded1843
Incorporated1851September 22, 1851
CountyPolk CountyIowa
Area code515Population212,464Census ACS estimateZIP codes1150309, 50310, 50311…Elevation794 ft242 m
Time zoneCentral TimeCT
Dates, namesake and elevation from Wikipedia: Des Moines, Iowa and Wikidata (checked 2026-11-08); population and ZIP codes from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Questions
What area code is Des Moines?
Des Moines uses area code 515.
When did area code 515 start?
Area code 515 dates from 2000.
What time zone is area code 515 in?
Des Moines is on Central Time (CT).
Sources: Area code 515 (Wikipedia) and Wikidata, checked 2026-11-08. Numbering plans change; the North American Numbering Plan Administrator is the official record.